Clean Growth Fund and Development Bank of Wales have joined forces in search of the next generation of climate tech innovators across Wales.

Join them on Wednesday, 7 October in Cardiff for the chance to pitch your innovation and network with others working to accelerate the low-carbon economy.

*DAYTIME PITCHES: Pitch to the Investment Teams

Climate and cleantech businesses at Seed to Series A stage are invited to apply for a private one-to one pitching session with investment professionals from Clean Growth Fund and the Development Bank of Wales.

Successful applicants will have the opportunity to:

Present their innovation directly to investors

Receive feedback on their proposition and investment readiness

Explore potential funding opportunities

Build connection within Wales’ growing climate tech ecosystem.

Places are limited and an application is required. Hit the "Reserve a spot" button on this page to apply.

Application deadline: 23 September 2026

*EVENING NETWORKING (17:00–19:00): Cleantech Reception

From founders and researchers to investors, accelerators, policy makers and industry leaders, join us for an evening of networking, collaboration and conversation on the future of climate innovation in Wales.

Attendees include representatives from:

Academia and research institutions

Investors and funders

Local authorities and public sector organisations

Accelerators and incubators

Corporate sustainability leaders

Entrepreneurs and innovators

Hit the "Reserve a spot" button on this page to register for a free ticket.

ABOUT

Clean Growth Fund is a specialist climate tech venture capital fund, investing in UK-based, Seed to Series A, innovations that have the potential to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions or improve resource efficiency. Founded in 2020, it has made 23 investments to date.

The Development Bank of Wales is a trusted delivery partner, helping innovative Welsh businesses start, grow and scale by improving access to finance and connecting entrepreneurs with the wider investment ecosystem in Wales. By working alongside investors, industry, academia and government, it helps unlock opportunities, accelerate innovation and turn ambitious ideas into businesses that create skilled jobs, improve productivity and retain value in Wales. Since 2017, it has invested more than £1.1 billion in over 4,500 businesses across Wales, leveraging more than £680 million of additional private sector investment.

MORE INFO

Venue: Tramshed Tech Grangetown, 1 Central Square, Cardiff CF10 1FS

Parking: Pay & Display parking is available on Pendyris Street.

Pitch Applications & Reception Tickets: Both available via event form

Questions: Email lisa.thornley@cleangrowthfund.com

Websites: www.cleangrowthfund.com | developmentbank.wales

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